Top Knot Detective
“The greatest 90's Japanese samurai series you've never heard of”
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In the early 1990s, a Japanese samurai detective series was aired in Australia and became a cult success. Titled in Japan Ronin Suiri Tentai (meaning roughly Deductive Reasoning Ronin), it was soon known in the West as Top Knot Detective. The original series was legendary in Japan, a cultural train wreck led by Takashi Tawagoto, a crazy writer, producer, director and lead actor; one who could not act, fight or write at all.
Cast
Toshi Okuzaki
as Sheimasu Tantei / Takashi Tawagoto
Masa Yamaguchi
as Kurosaki Itto / Haruto Kioke
Mayu Iwasaki
as Mia Matsumoto / Saku #2
Kuni Hashimoto
as Leiji Nishizaki
Izumi Woods
as Saku / Izumi Himura
Des Mangan
as Des Mangan / Narrator
Travis Johnson
as Travis Johnson
Nobuaki Shimamoto
as Detective Oshiro
Yoji Tatsuta
as Host / Old Man
Oscar Harris
as Timestryker / Ninja / Self
Lee Lin Chin
as Lee Lin Chin
Seiji
as Guitar Wolf
Dario Russo
as Dario Russo
Yasushi Asaya
as Young Leiji
Hoa Xuande
as Kenji
Arnold Wong
as The Master
James Helm
as Wolf the Ripper (voice)
Matt Lovkis
as Timestryker (voice)
James Magnus
as Timestryker Narrator / Various Roles
Ben Sutton
as Prison Arts Manager
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About Top Knot Detective
“The greatest 90's Japanese samurai series you've never heard of”
In the early 1990s, a Japanese samurai detective series was aired in Australia and became a cult success. Titled in Japan Ronin Suiri Tentai (meaning roughly Deductive Reasoning Ronin), it was soon known in the West as Top Knot Detective. The original series was legendary in Japan, a cultural train wreck led by Takashi Tawagoto, a crazy writer, producer, director and lead actor; one who could not act, fight or write at all. Running 90 minutes.
Top Knot Detective Cast and Characters
The cast features Toshi Okuzaki (as Sheimasu Tantei / Takashi Tawagoto), Masa Yamaguchi (as Kurosaki Itto / Haruto Kioke), Mayu Iwasaki (as Mia Matsumoto / Saku #2), Kuni Hashimoto (as Leiji Nishizaki), and Izumi Woods (as Saku / Izumi Himura). Their performances are a major reason Top Knot Detective has built such a passionate audience.
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Top Knot Detective flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Top Knot Detective
Where can I watch Top Knot Detective online for free?
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How long is Top Knot Detective?
Top Knot Detective runs for 90 minutes (about 1.5 hours).
Is Top Knot Detective good? What's the rating?
Top Knot Detective holds a 6.5/10 rating based on 17 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Top Knot Detective?
The main cast includes Toshi Okuzaki, Masa Yamaguchi, Mayu Iwasaki, and Kuni Hashimoto, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Top Knot Detective available in English?
Yes — Top Knot Detective was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Top Knot Detective released?
Top Knot Detective was released in 2017.
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What is Top Knot Detective about?
Top Knot Detective is a Comedy/Action English-language film. In the early 1990s, a Japanese samurai detective series was aired in Australia and became a cult success. Titled in Japan Ronin Suiri Tentai (meaning roughly Deductive Reasoning Ronin), it was soon known in the West as Top Knot Detective. The original series was legendary in Japan, a cultural train wreck led by Takashi Tawagoto, a crazy writer, producer, director and lead actor; one who could not act, fight or write at all.
When was Top Knot Detective released?
Top Knot Detective was released on April 1, 2017. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. The film was produced by Screen Australia.
Who stars in Top Knot Detective?
Top Knot Detective stars Toshi Okuzaki, Masa Yamaguchi, Mayu Iwasaki and Kuni Hashimoto. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Top Knot Detective available in HD?
Yes, Top Knot Detective is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.